Media and Entertainment Finance Associates (Multi City)

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together. Summary DLA Piper is seeking an experienced mid-level finance associate with a strong interest in the media & entertainment industry to join its Sports, Media & Entertainment group in our Los Angeles or New York office. This is an exciting opportunity to join a cutting‑edge and expanding practice that represents many notable clients across the music, film, TV, sports and entertainment industries, including global entertainment, music and media companies, banks, asset managers, financial institutions and private credit funds, as well as media business entrepreneurs in market‑leading senior, junior, mezzanine and structured debt and equity financings. Minimum Education JD Degree from an accredited law school. Certifications Admitted to practice in the state in which they are officing. Minimum Years Of Experience 4+ years of debt finance experience at a law firm. Experience representing agents, lenders, borrowers, issuers and other parties to senior, junior and structured/ABS debt financing transactions. Strong drafting and negotiating experience in connection with secured lending - experience with music, film and TV and/or other media financing structures is a plus. Experience with private credit and/or ABS/structured financing transactions would be preferred. Desired Skills Knowledge of substantive debt finance, entertainment and copyright law Experience with the acquisition and/or acquisition financing of media and entertainment assets, including music catalogues, film libraries and other pools of media content Substantive transactional experience relating to the music, film/TV, sports/media industries preferred Strong analytical and writing skills Attention to detail Good business judgment Excellent organizational skills Ability to work collaboratively and independently Demonstrated oral and written communication skills Research and problem‑solving skills Conceptual thinking Ability to influence others Persuasive communication Management skills Essential Job Expectations Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties; Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner; Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product; Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required; Foster positive work relationships; Comply with all firm policies and practices; Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on‑screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed; Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast‑paced environment; Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned. Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people. Physical Demands Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Work Environment Hybrid – Regular in‑office presence with some flexibility for work‑from‑home Pay Transparency The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $310,000 - $390,000 per year depending on the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntary and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm’s direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law. DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr DLA Piper